ITA1040 - Italian studies 4
6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL
Undergraduate Faculty of Arts
Leader(s): Raffaele Lampugnani
Offered
Caulfield Second semester 2009 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2009 (Day)
Synopsis
This unit consolidates and extends the work done in ITA1030.
Objectives
Upon completion of this unit students should achieve further development in the four macro skills with specific emphasis on reading and writing, and an informed knowledge of contemporary Italian society in its constant change. In the language component, students are expected to consolidate and expand their knowledge of basic grammatical concepts and vocabulary. They are also expected to reach communicative competence on most topics relating to oneself, one's family, home, school, work and social environment. In the cultural component, students should acquire an understanding of key aspects of contemporary Italian history, society and culture.
Assessment
Written work: 30%
Class work/tests/exercises: 40%
Exam: 30%
Contact hours
5 hours (1 hour culture and 4 hours language workshops) per week
Prerequisites
Intermediate language competence - VCE scoring 30 or below.